November 6, 2025

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made a sparkling announcement for gold investors! The final redemption price for the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2017-18 Series VI, which matures on November 6, 2025, is set at Rs 12,066 per unit. This news comes straight from the RBI press release dated November 4, 2025. These bonds were originally issued on November 6, 2017. As per government rules, the bond will be repaid exactly eight years from that date. The RBI stated, "The Gold Bond shall be repayable on the expiration of eight years from the date of issue of the Gold Bonds. Accordingly, the final redemption date of the above tranche shall be November 06, 2025." Let's talk numbers! When these golden bonds were first sold, their price was Rs 2,945 per gram without a discount. But if you bought online and paid digitally, you got a Rs 50 discount, so the price was Rs 2,895 per gram. That means, by November 2025, investors are looking at an absolute simple return of nearly 317%! How is this calculated? The difference between Rs 12,066 and Rs 2,895 comes to Rs 9,171 in pure gain. When you calculate percentage return, it skyrockets to 316.7%, turning gold into pure profit. Apart from this amazing growth in value, SGBs pay a fixed interest of 2.50% per year on the initial investment. This interest is paid twice a year straight into the investor’s bank account. The last interest payment will arrive along with the principal at maturity. Wondering what makes Sovereign Gold Bonds extra special? Here’s the shine — these bonds offer tax benefits! For individual investors, redemption profit is free from capital gains tax. But remember, this tax break applies only to individuals and not to companies or Hindu Undivided Families (HUF). Also, if you sell SGBs on the stock market, you lose this exemption. Moreover, interest earned is taxable for everyone. So, what should investors do now? Keep a sharp eye on the redemption schedule. Check which tranche your gold bonds belong to by reviewing the issue date, and make sure to submit your redemption request before the deadline. Mark your calendars and don’t miss this golden moment! This final redemption is the perfect time to cash in on your golden patience. With great returns and steady interest, RBI’s SGB 2017-18 Series VI turns eight years of saving into a dazzling reward.

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